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Earth's Mightiest Heroes to Visit PK Park

June 23, 2016 - Northwest League (NWL1)
Eugene Emeralds News Release


EUGENE, OR - Scoundrels, rapscallions and criminals beware! It's Superhero Night at PK Park! The Eugene Emeralds' game on Saturday, June 25, against the Spokane Indians will be protected from evil by the world's greatest superheroes.

Your favorite superheroes are coming to Eugene to watch their favorite Minor League team in action. Fans will be able to hang out with the heroes as they wander the concourse inside the stadium. Be sure not to miss the chance to meet Superman, Wonder Woman, and many more!

Fans should be sure to come to the game early, as the first 1,000 fans through the Home Plate Gate will receive a specialty Emeralds Welcome Mat. This unique giveaway is presented by Valley River Inn and KVAL, and will make a great addition to any Emeralds fans' home.

Saturday's Kendall Community Spotlight is Ridgeline Montessori. This school's mission is to provide an academically rigorous Montessori education. Students balance their freedom to explore and think for themselves with their responsibility to work and learn within a community. The school will be holding a fundraiser during the game so come out and support this wonderful school.

The Emeralds are off to a hot start and look to continue this weekend, taking on the Spokane Indians in a five-game series. The team invites you to come to PK Park to share a fun and exciting summer with your family and friends. Jose Paulino (0-0) is getting the start after going five quality innings, giving up no runs and five hits on June 19. The bullpen has been a strong point this year for the Ems, going 26 innings and giving up just six earned runs.

The Eugene Emeralds are the short-season Class A team of the Chicago Cubs. In 2015, six of the top 30 Cubs prospects spent time in Eugene including Ian Happ, Donnie Dewees and Eloy Jimenez. With 61 years, the Emeralds are the longest tenured and only founding member remaining in the Northwest League. For more information, please visit our website at www.EmeraldsBaseball.com or call the office at 541-342-5367. Season Tickets and mini-plans for the 2016 are on sale now.

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